I've been remiss in updating, in case anyone is interested. (I've been running the show from FB which some aren't on.)

So the Arc IS ON. It's Oct 13 and 14 with an overnight near mid-point.

50 miles a day. Going thru 8 major parks. 4000 ft total elevation gain. Lots of dirt roads, I think.

We'll save the Gran Fondo for another time. This first time is exploratory, dilatory and lollygaggish. This route has never been toured before! Not that anyone has reported anywhere I know about, anyway.

Starting at the west end early Sat. On Sun. we'll start early from the mid-point. Probably stop for a bite in downtown Milford. Ending in Ortonville.

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